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Future of Tanks in Ukraine: Drones vs. Heavy Armor

2/12/2026

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  • The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has raised questions about the future of tanks on the battlefield.
  • Critics argue that heavy tanks such as the Abrams M1E3 and Challenger 3 are becoming obsolete due to drones.
  • Ukraine claims to have destroyed over 11,000 Russian tanks, while verified losses are between 3,800 and 4,000.
  • The United Kingdom (UK) is weighing whether to proceed with the Challenger 3 order.